EAL Teacher (Secondary School)

Əsas vəzifələr To work under the direction of the school’s EAL Leader for Learning to provide EAL support to identified groups of lower secondary children To assess each learner’s needs and plan appropriate lessons, in collaboration with the class teacher and other support staff, to secure effective progress To liaise with class teachers to ensure maximization of cross-curricular links wherever possible, to ensure continuity of learning To provide additional support materials or adapt existing materials to suit the needs of EAL children that will maximize learning opportunities in the classroom. To provide class teachers with specialist support, resources, and advice as necessary To design lessons using up-to-date techniques commensurate with current best practices to ensure the delivery of a high-quality language program. To maintain high standards of teaching to ensure high-quality provision at all times. To create a safe and stimulating learning environment that encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. To contribute teacher-made resources to the school’s EAL resource bank To keep up to date with the latest training and strategies for EAL primary provision To set an example of excellence through exemplary classroom practice and personal professional conduct. To attend all parent-teacher consultation evenings as directed by the principal To maintain effective communication with parents To attend and support a parents’ information sessions To provide parents with information on how to support their child at home To be a good role model for promoting international-mindedness and cultural understanding within the community To contribute ideas/articles to the school newsletter, Class Page or Parent Portal as required To conduct admissions language assessments, as directed by the EAL Leader for Learning To provide prompt feedback to the EAL Leader for Learning and class teachers about the language abilities of new admissions To provide brief oral feedback to the parents after the admissions assessments To submit admissions data promptly to the EAL Leader for Learning To be fully committed to and supportive of, the school ethos To undertake playground/break time duties as directed by the Deputy Head Teacher Any other duties as reasonably requested by the Principal Tələblər Education and/or Experience: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. A high level of intra- and inter-personal intelligence Background in second language learning approaches and techniques Experience working collaboratively with academic subject-area teachers Fluent Azerbaijani and English language skills; both verbal and written essential with an appropriate qualification (C1) Prior successful experience working in a school setting is strongly preferred. Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focuses on solving conflict positively; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; contributes to building a positive team spirit. Refrains from negative talk and gossip. Demonstrated ability to successfully work with children and the public. Understands confidentiality. General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use database software, internet software, e-mail, and word processing software. Ability to proficiently use the following programs strongly preferred: MS Word and Excel.